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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1917
Page
2
The article notes ALM Keene of Fort Scott as a Republican candidate for governor. It discusses party unity, the desire to restore Republican power, and the political stance of supporting a reunited party. Also referenced are the broader national debates on foreign policy and the administration.
The Lawrence paper discusses editorials from local outlets addressing Moss and state honors, noting a contentious week among editors. It cites coverage of the Douglas County horticultural society’s fifteenth anniversary and mentions honors seen as roughly balanced between parties.
A garbled local snippet discusses orchard wealth and storage methods, with references to Leavenworth and Douglas counties, food shortages, and a critic’s note on public editor identity. The piece ends with a birth announcement for Mrs Ralph Davis of Vineland.
An Atchison resident reports a surprising recovery after a period of infirmity. The elderly man, 80, living at 1120 Hickory, and employed by the Binekelt Lavinder Company, astonished family by resuming wood sawing and appetite, prompting speculation from relatives and witnesses about his rapid improvement and possible cause.
Readable text shows garbled phrases about eruptions digestion and purity claims. No coherent event or person names emerge. The fragment hints at a product or treatment discussion but provides no verifiable actions or outcomes to summarize.
Miss May B. E. Richardson, born May 14 1854 in Monroe Wisconsin, died March 2 1917. She lived in Lawrence for many years and taught in county and Lawrence schools. A lifelong club and literary society member she supported Kanweka Quivera and Pi Phi activities. Survived by relatives and friends, she was a motherly presence to many. Her life was a record of service and faith, ending with the hope of eternal rest.
The city police seek guidance on a potential reward for Palmer’s capture. Mary, jailed for breakin and robbery at Liberty, faces trial in a chaotic scene with a chase, shots, and a fence injury. Spring warmth brings promenading crowds on Massachusetts street. Charles Sternberg’s fossil exhibit prompts a sea serpent rumor. Junior football trophy winners receive keys amid Congregational pride. Fisher and Baldwin men visit Lawrence for business. Ann Fischer notes good roads and wartime policy sentiment. Mlin Gibson from Baldstin joins autumn events.
Opening ceremonies of the Bar Association annual meeting in Kranit featured President Charles Blood Smith of Topeka delivering the morning address. Afternoon speakers include Frank A. Luis Beloit and S. H. Aken Topeka with principal remarks by Blood Smith.
Col Allaire, commanding the 16th Infantry, leads the southern line of the American Punitive Expedition from camp near Eballe 2 Valle, Mexico. He oversees his regiment and the 8th Infantry Brigade, with attached cavalry, engineers, and artillery, guarding Villa and preventing clashes with Ziora near Vilnet. the force awaits orders and patrols.
A home remedy using Pars mint syrup and hot water plus sweetened sugar is recommended for persistent coughs and nasal congestion. The recipe yields a pleasant, easy to prepare syrup that may help clear air passages and ease breathing. Also notes Belgian Relief Fund contributions from Tokio and Yokohama residents reaching about 2 080 yen. Trials and personal endorsements cited.
Demonstration all week by Paetoy expert at Kennedy and Ins Hardwire located at S26 Mass Street. Phones 3-1. Event highlights practical use of Paetoy devices for industry, with daily sessions and expert talks.
The Peasant Horr club met with Mrs Ollie Budaly Wednesday afternoon January 24. Only four members attended due to illness but the afternoon was pleasant and new members were added. Several selections were played on the phonograph. The next meeting is two weeks away February 7 with Mrs FF Ly Flory.
Fragmented local notes recount residents visiting relatives and attending events in Lawrence and Lone Star. Several neighbors visited, shopped, or spent weekends with family, church gatherings at Valley Chapel and revival meetings starting that week at 7:50 nightly. Names include Jones, Markley, Rothrock, Hodges, and others amid grocer and theater outings in small-town life.
Paris dispatch notes Auguste Rodin, famed sculptor, reacting to erroneous press claims about his marriage. Rodin, aged seventy six, was said to be married for the first time, with Paris papers and a New York or Paris wire citing conflicting details. The report reflects a misstatement circulating in the press.
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